With the High quality aluminum material, the shock-absorbing effect can strongly reduce damage from the Impact force, soft and comfortable, absorbs moisture from sweaty hands and very comfortable to hold. At less than 10 oz per pole, they hardly add any weight while walking. Folding down to less than 15", they will fit your carry-on luggage or your hiking backpack with ease. The adjustable padded and wider wrist straps provide more support, less chaffing.